The Alchemist Edinburgh in Edinburgh, City of

The food was tasteless, edible but absolutely nothing interesting. The staff with a smile on their face forgets half of the order, then adds an additional £10 tip, pretending not to hear - typical "tourist trap" - avoid at all costs. There is a bakery on the floor below which is definitely cheaper, better and has a more atmospheric atmosphere.

The food was ok but almost not spiced, the "spicy" version tasteless. The service was terrible, there was a mistake with the order - we ordered 2 items, we got 1, and when settling, we asked for it to be rounded up to £35 (less than £3 tip) and the waiter entered £45 on the terminal, when we realized it was too late. After tipping half the order, the waiter suddenly became 5x nicer and even walked us to the door. Overall, I do not recommend it, for PLN 250 you can eat much better food with service that does not extort.

We had 2 desserts both of them were amazing especially the waffles .An excellent experience with the Matilda cake

I can see the wait staff are trying their best, but the service was surprisingly quite bad considering we were one of three people there. We saw our coffee waiting on the counter for about 10 minutes for someone to take it to our table, to then discover they brought us a different tables coffee. Took another 10 minutes for our actual coffee order to arrive. Food took over half an hour to come. The pancakes were quite dry and lacking in flavour, and the avocado was brown. When they were clearing our table they took my coffee that was only half finished and I was still drinking!!!

I absolutely loved the service. The staff were so kind for example Junaid he helped a lot and was very respectful to us. Keep up the good work! 💪🏻

Good location and airy and nice decor. Terrible food and lack of attention from the waiting staff. Shakshuka tasted bland, bread slightly burnt. Eggs hollandaise were on top of probably stale bread as my friend found it hard to eat. And the worse was the cheap quality coffee beans being used here leading to a terribly utter coffee.

Myself and 10 year old daughter visited today for a Valentine's date day whilst shopping in Edinburgh. Staff were all very friendly and accommodating. We had the Waffles and Croffle, both were unreal and we were stuffed for hours afterwards. We will absolutely return for another visit sometime soon and try and bag ourselves a window seat or pink booth 🩷

Friendly staff, tasty food, nice and clean aesthetic

With its elegant decor, inviting atmosphere, and delectable creations, this brunch restaurant is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Step inside and the interior is beautifully decorated with warm lighting, plush seating, and a touch of vintage charm, creating a cozy and inviting ambiance. Whether you're looking for a romantic evening with your loved one, a fun night out with friends, or simply a solo treat, Haute Dolci offers the perfect setting. The menu boasts a tantalizing array of delicious food, each crafted with passion and precision. there's something to satisfy every craving. The presentation is exquisite, with each serving meticulously plated and adorned with the right cutlery. The service at Haute Dolci is impeccable, with knowledgeable and attentive staff who are always ready to assist with recommendations and ensure a memorable dining experience. They are passionate about their craft and take pride in presenting each dish with care and precision. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, indulging in a mid-week treat, or simply seeking a sweet escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Haute Dolci is the perfect destination. !

Truly superb service. Stopped in for a sweet treat and ended up staying for savoury food too because it was so nice

Soo so delicious French Toast 😍 I love it

Excellent halal breakfast in Edinburgh city centre! I was visiting Edinburgh for the rugby and needed a good breakfast and came across haute dolci. The staff were incredibly welcoming and provided excellent service. The food was also great in particular the English Royale Breakfast. This will be my go to whenever I’m in town!

Amazing. Had it delivered always on point. Just as good as it is in the shop 😍

Quite sugary desserts for my taste, good enough for an indulgent dessert treat with coffee. Well decorated , great atmosphere

The restaurant is large and comfortable Desserts are of high quality and have many choices There are not many people at night If you like desserts, you can consider this dessert shop after dinner here!

I got a Groupon that mentioned a sample menu including a choice of pancakes. This was not allowed when I went to the Edinburgh branch. I got a cheese toastie. Bland at best. Coffee was just hot milk and tasteless.

I thought of ending my Edinburgh trip with something sweet and its been my best decision for the whole trip. The pistachio croffle that i ordered was so amazing that i couldn't stop smiling the whole time i was eating it. My girlfriend asked me whats wrong and she also got her mindblown when she tried it. 💯/💯 RECOMMEND

Amazing menu, excellent food, so tasty, been twice in the last 3 days 😋 Friendly service, highly recommend 👌

the best french toast i have ever had

What amazing people work here. Food was so good a real treat!

The food was fantastic, the ambiance was delightful!

The mocha was amazing and the server majid was so welcoming and always smiling Definitely will be back

Here's a punchy review for Dulce: --- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dulce is an absolute gem! The service is exceptional, and the staff goes above and beyond to ensure a fantastic dining experience. The food is outstanding—each dish is a delight to the senses, bursting with flavor and creativity. What sets Dulce apart is the personal touch; you truly feel valued as a guest. Majid and the team create an inviting atmosphere that makes every visit memorable. If you're looking for a place that combines excellent service with exquisite cuisine, look no further than Dulce. Highly recommended

I've been here a few times, and this was my second time having shakshuka, which I love and often make myself. However, I found it a bit dried out this time, with too overcooked eggs; I prefer my eggs nice and runny. I mentioned this when ordered that I had before and eggs were overcooked but want try again, flavour wise it was nice too Everything else was very nice, and the Belgian mocha was delicious. My mum had one of the melts, which she really enjoyed.

I'm sorry but the desserts were really bad. San Sebastian's chocolate was delicious. If you want more chocolate you have to pay 4 pounds for it. I can find much better desserts instead. The staff was kind and polite. But we came for dessert and were disappointed. The prices are so expensive and the quality is too low.

Nice place to eat dessert. And we like thr staff majeed, he verry helpful and friendly

Food was fantastic and the sever Majid was really helpful and amazing

Decided to come here for dessert after a nice lunch and it was a great choice! While the place was busy, the staff were great and quickly seated us to enjoy our next ‘course’. We all had at least one dish plus a couple of drinks and it came to under £60 for five people, which is really good for Edinburgh. Would happily come back again for a sugar rush.

If you like a Dubai-type experience, you might like this place. Otherwise, there's no need to stop there. Their desserts are incredibly overpriced and never look like what the pictures promise. For example, we've had an eggsplosion, which looks like the most amazing dessert on the picture, but then feels and tastes like a pretentious Kinder egg when it comes. One of their best items is probably the San Sebastian cheesecake. The milkshakes are also decent.

Everything was great and Majid was quite welcoming and sharing detailed info.

Aesthetically pleasing and food and drinks were amazing. Highly recommend!

Best dessert in the UK!! Please come to Dubai 😂💖

I had the French toast and really enjoyed it! The fresh berries were a great addition, and the berry compote was delicious. The toast itself was fluffy and well-prepared. The service was excellent—friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. It was a cute breakfast !!

Brilliant customer service. Definitely coming back again.

Me and my friend visited today for lunch, we waited 30 minutes for someone to acknowledge us and take our order. After we had ordered the waitress came back over and let me known they didn’t have any cucumber for the salad, little did I know that meant I would be served quite literally just lettuce and a cut up chicken tender with a small amount of dressing. The issues didn’t stop there, while my friend was eating she found a pierce of plastic inside her sandwich! Immediately we let one of the staff know, he offered a “Oh I’m sorry about that” and took the plastic from my hand and went away. He didn’t return to the table at all, after 15/20 minutes we decided we had had enough waiting around, we came up to the till to pay and the same man who took the plastic was there. There was no hint of an apology or offering us a discount or to remove the food from the bill. We have been coming here since it opened and honestly this left such a sour taste in our mouths, we won’t be back.

This is the best dessert I ever had in my entire life .the server Majid was friendly and helpful

The cleanest place for sweets and delights in you, Edinburgh. Those who have authentic waffles and original pancakes with syrup go directly to them and our orders are as follows: Belgian waffle with Nutella, strawberries, banana and white chocolate. It is crisp and melts in the mouth, and the ice cream is a balancing factor. I ordered Toama pancakes like Ihop pancakes. If you remember, I order plain ones with syrup only. It is dangerous. It tickles the pancreas It makes him laugh all the time. I ordered a Maltida cake. It was a delicious cake with beauty and taste, but it was heavy. It needed a lot of people. I ordered San Sebastian. To be honest, I did not like their reception. Very excellent. Warm and intimate. Especially the waitress Sujata. She served us perfectly. I will visit again, of course. I love you very much.

Had a birthday breakfast booked for 10:15 on Monday 16th December. Arrived at 10:00 (opening time) door locked with no one inside. Waited until the booking time and still closed. No email or call to advise they wouldn’t be open after travelling there and paying for parking.

It didn't arrive ! £35 and it never arrived. I only gave it 1 star cos I couldn't give zero.

The food was simply amazing. The ambience and the staff were nice too.

The best breakfast and dessert restaurant in Edinburgh. Special thanks to Brother Habib for the good reception and hospitality.

I’ve been a loyal customer of Haute Dolci for over two years, visiting at least once a week, and I’ve always enjoyed the atmosphere and service. However, I’ve recently been disappointed with how I’ve been treated. On two occasions, I was denied my 15% NHS discount, which I have always received in the past. Additionally, I noticed that the discount has been removed from my app without any prior notification or explanation. This change has left me feeling sad and frustrated, as it falls below the quality of service I’ve come to expect. I’ve also overlooked a couple of past incidents where I was served water in dirty glasses and, on other occasions, coffee that was cold. Despite this, I chose not to complain because of the overall positive experiences I’ve had at Haute Dolci. However, the recent denial of my 15% NHS discount has been particularly disappointing, and I feel it warrants further attention. I would appreciate it if this matter could be addressed and would like compensation for the two occasions when I did not receive my 15% NHS discount. As a regular and loyal customer, I hope to continue enjoying my visits to Haute Dolci with the same respect and appreciation I’ve experienced in the past. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to your response.

Wonderful options to choose from. Perfect for a girls brunch spot 🥞🌯🍳🧇🧁🍦

Went for an after food dessert date with my partner, it has one of best and diverse dessert selections I’ve ever tried, love the salted caramel cheese cake.

Nice cozy place inside the mall. Very good service and prompt.

I had the waffles.It was perfect. Majid was very friendly

Honestly, everything is excellent, beautiful and wonderful 🤗

Visited here today for first time. Staff polite and helpful. Very clean and relaxing atmosphere. We ate waffles nice big portion but they were nice and light and very tasty. Only thing is it would be great to get a pot or mug of tea instead off a small cup. Your reply says you have a tea pot but on your menu it says that is for 2 people not for 1.

Wonderful place with wonderful service and delicious sweet and drinks 🍸 😋. This was my first time, and I really like this place.

We had a table booked and the restaurant was so busy we had to wait a further 1 mins to be seated. There was a queue to get in and not one member of staff came out to speak to anyone waiting. When we were seated as a party of 6 they attempted to put us on a table for 4! Ask to move as booth was free which they did. Took a while to get our order then food came before drinks. No real apology or care on that. Food was good just disappointed with the service as it was very slow. I understand it’s busy but maybe more staff on the floor would be better.

We went to their restaurant which is located in the mall in Edinburgh and requested to give us the strawberry and chocolate desert as shown on their Instagram and instead of letting us order in and comfortably have the dessert they asked us to leave the restaurant with the Takeaway cup, saying that this is just a marketing strategy for their promotions and this desert cannot be had while sitting in the restaurant. I think that this is the worst kind of hospitality expected from a well-known restaurant, and don’t think we will ever be recommending this place to anyone as the service is pathetic.

Waited 20 minutes to order and no one came, the second we left they lifted the menus

Gorgeous surroundings, immaculate and staff were so helpful and polite. We had brunch which was limited choice but it was so tasty. We will be back. Huge thanks

I did not like the service🥲 I didn't like the oat flat white either. ✌️

Loved the vibes, coffee and cheesecake!

Must try the cheat day and Matilda cake (signature). Not heavy and perfect sweet. Excellent taste.

The best restaurant I have seen in Edinburgh, friendly service, halal food, excellent service, not allowing dogs to enter is also one of the restaurant's features, good prices

The place is nicely designed and feels fancy. The food itself is decently priced and the quality is quite good. The hot chocolate was excellent and worth the price! The coffees were also good but a bit more pricey.

The service was great today! It was my friends birthday and they made sure it was celebrated and took some lovely pictures of us. They also accomdated to our preferences which was nice. The dessert was so so good, we enjoyed it so much. Highly recommend the pistachio stack pancakes!!!

The chocolate fountain is the best

Amazing it’s like being In the Dubai mall!

Super nice dessert cafe, very friendly service and smart decor. We had their San Sebastian cheesecake, which was honestly excellent. Such a unique texture and flavour. And I really liked their white choc cookie dough.

Nice atmosphete and decor. The huge menu was a bit overwhelming. The French toast was decent (but I prefer it gooey). Cookie dessert was very good but the star was the excellent San Sebastian cheesecake. Service was good despite being full.

Bad service, slow when there was not that many tables in. We asked to sit on a booth and they said "sorry, that's for big parties" although there was a party of two sitting on one of the booths already.

Very amazing clean place! Food is always great, staff are very polite and efficient. 5 stars all round.

Love haute dolci it feels very high end , food great , service very good and love the surroundings Been a few times now , once with our 2 year old granddaughter who the staff gave her a little ice cream whilst we waited for food such lovely smiley caring staff Can recommend the berry pancakes so so good 😋

Took my mum here for a birthday brunch via Groupon, we hadn't visited before and wanted to try a new place in Edinburgh. We were pleasantly surprised; the location and view is fantastic (I would request the main window seat for a special occasion), the food was good, and the service was memorably positive. Service goes a long way, and the maitre d' was very polite and professional. I look forward to returning in the future because it this.

I love going to Haute Dolci. The staff are so lovely.

Great food and amazing service I will be returning

Went for breakfast with the husband and it was lovely, staff very attentive, overall just amazing and definitely recommend.

Lovely clean restaurant with great food and amazing quick service!

Legendary experience. Great services and food! Highly recommended!!!

Haute dolci is the only place I’ll ever eat waffles! They are made just perfectly - light and fluffy. I have been many times and always go back.

I had a wonderful experience here! The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and welcoming. It was my boyfriend’s birthday, and they kindly brought a candle to celebrate, which was a lovely touch. They were so accommodating throughout our visit. The place, including the bathroom, was spotless, super clean, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend this spot – it’s peaceful, with a comfortable atmosphere that’s perfect for families, friends, and couples alike.

I would say, it looks better than it tastes. The service was very good and the interior is more pompous then stylish and elegant. The deserts are looking pompous as well but the taste is so primitive. If you are looking for a really sophisticated deserts it's not the right place. People working there are very nice though and the service was perfect.

Judging by the reciept attached to the bag, they didn’t start preparing my order until 45 minutes after I placed the order. Somehow arrived lukewarm despite this, and french toast was burnt. Smaller portions than in store.

amazing food, staff very attentive and polite!

This place is dramatically excellent. I have tried in Manchester and Edinburgh and never fail to provide the same taste and ambience. Staff is great as well. Tried croffles and Matilda cake, both were excellent. Preciously, I have tried cakes, waffles 🧇, and shakes. Excellent place for dessert.

It was the worst egg benedict i’ve ever had, the beef tasted horrible, also they put old brown lettuce under the egg and sauce (hoping we won’t notice I guess). Food was cold, coffee was cold. We did complain about old salad, received an apology for that and then we saw kitchen staff bringing in fresh lettuce after our comment. I wish I’ve taken some pictures to show how brown and soggy it was. Basque cheesecake was nice and the guy who served us was really friendly, although he didn’t take any actions to resolve the issue. Anyways won’t return, after the complain we still paid full price for cold egg Benedict with old lettuce and weird tasting beef, it was definitely not them trying to rectify the situation in any way.

Went there with my family and got desserts they tested very good. The staff was also very friendly. I would recommend.

Wonderful to find a resturant that has gluten free vegan desserts! Delicious food and great service from Majid

Really nice the desserts was really nice the chocolate sinner was delicious nice amount pf chocolate and perfect bread

I was charged twice and been calling and emailing since monday with no respond!!!??? Such a bad experience!!! Send me back my refund!!!!! On Sunday afternoon, my friends and I visited your Glasgow location, and our total bill came to £86 and some pence. I paid £39.90, and my friend covered the remaining amount of around £46. My payment was processed first, and it was confirmed as approved. However, when my friend attempted to pay, they received an "unauthorised" message. At this point, another staff member came to assist and informed us that neither of our payments had gone through, including mine, despite the previous confirmation. I explained that my payment had already been approved, but the staff member insisted that it hadn’t, stating that it was pending. After contacting my bank, I was informed that the payment is no longer pending, and the amount has been debited from my account. They advised me to contact you directly to request a refund, as they cannot recall the payment. I would appreciate it if you could review this situation and issue a refund for the £39.90 as soon as possible, as I should not have been charged twice. The card machine indicated that my payment was authorised, and it’s not my responsibility if there was an error on your system. I have attached screenshots for your reference. Please address this matter promptly, as I am quite disappointed with the experience.

Amazing and friendly service from the staff! Well looked after. Waffle was on point and would definitely come back again.

We come with a friend for the second time and we really like the atmosphere, design, and food Today I ordered granola, very tasty and high quality We were also given waffles with Nutella as a gift, a very pleasant evening thanks to your establishment 🩷

Wonderful in every sense of the word, the place is 100% clean, the place smells amazing, and the waiter Majid is very classy and respectful. I highly recommend it 🤍✨

Beautiful restaurant! Food and service 10/10! So many options to choose from and all look amazing! Great value for money also! Will definitely be back! Thank you! :)

The place is beautiful and luxurious, and I tried the lotus cake, which was light and a little sugary

Had a lovely time at Haute Dolci in Edinburgh, with a great location overlooking Princes Street. The venue has a wonderful atmosphere, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The desserts were beautifully presented and tasted good. However, I think the mango shake could be better. That said, I'd still recommend this place for the ambiance and service 👌🏻

Had the best waffles here! Super fresh!

Located conveniently in St James Quarter, Haute Dolci offers premium service for deserts and has a good range of deserts. Owner is very accommodating and would visit again

They have delicious passion fruit ice cream and the waffle is excellent, but the one next to me was not even and looked delicious. The place is spacious and explained.. The one who works on ice cream is called Saneem, and his treatment is very sophisticated

Thank you Majed, great service and great smile.

One of the best tea and coffee place in Scotland

We order just 1/2 an hour ago from delivero app when I complained they making excuses.Drink was so bad not in drinkable form . Its look like expired.

Beautiful venue in the heart of Edinburgh city overlooking princess street. Had a lovely time with friends and great hospitality and service by Majid, who served us with a friendly demeanor. The desserts were elegantly presented and tasted as great as they looked.

Great service by Majid and the food was nice.

**UPDATE** Decided to give this place another try. It was WORST than before! Milk cake came out still frozen in the middle and frozen ice in the milk. Spoke to female manager, who advised that ALL DESSERTS ARE FROZEN, apart from crepes/pancakes & waffles! Such a high price for frozen desserts? Total waste of money and time visiting! Staff are just messing around with their phones! The boys on the front (small & tall guy) need to sort out their hygiene! The weird disgusting smell really puts you off your food! Previously visited Perth store and did not have a good experience, thought we’d try out this branch as we were through Edinburgh. The food was amazing, shop is very nice and clean compared to Perth one. Some of the staff seem a little lost and the music was AWFUL! It was so loud that I was struggling to hear the person next to me. We asked to speak to the manager, the server went to get him and we were told he would be there shortly. After waiting for almost 25 minutes, we just left. I don’t think I would bother returning here, I think they have forgotten that it’s a diner and not a nightclub.

Elegant place , delicious sweets ,polite staff.. The sweets are just delicious We went there twice 😂.. I can’t comment anything on the food other than delicious and yummy 😫❤️✨…

Very nice and calm place with excellent view, food is very delicious and fresh. The service is extremely nice.